2014 Harley-Davidson FLHX Street Glide Review

Pure street style and long haul comfort made it the #1 motorcycle in the
sport. And that was before it got a more powerful engine and hundreds of other
improvements...

Enhanced by Project RUSHMORE, the 2014 Street Glide® model is a bagger
with street-wise soul, powered by the new High Output Twin

Cam 103 engine and featuring a new Batwing fairing with Splitstream
vent to reduce rider head buffeting. With stripped down styling, lowered suspension,
and a dark, cropped wind deflector, the Street Glide® is inspired by the
street and ready to roar with attitude. The innovative Harley-Davidson®
Touring chassis, based on a single-spar, rigid backbone frame and a stout
swingarm developed to withstand the demands of long-haul touring riders and
today's more-powerful engines.

Harley-Davidson has created a new generation of American freedom machines.
In the largest scale new model launch in the company's 110-year history, Project
RUSHMORE encompasses eight new motorcycles that feature improved power and
braking performance, enhanced rider ergonomics, and dramatic styling updates
that completely redefine and fundamentally transform the touring motorcyclist's
experience.

Countless ideas. Thousands of hours of research and testing. Eight extraordinary
motorcycles. Project RUSHMORE introduces technology and design enhancements
that will recalibrate the expectations of the touring motorcyclist: Savvy
electronic controls and infotainment. Aerodynamics born in the wind tunnel.
Bodywork shaped by the most-respected styling team in the industry. Comfort
good for endless miles and, of course, more American V-Twin power. The road
trip will never be the same.

Project RUSHMORE is the result of an entirely new way to produce motorcycles.
In a process that invokes the voice of the customer throughout an accelerated
development program, the ideas and dreams of thousands of motorcyclists are
allowed to percolate with those of Harley-Davidson employees.

"Project RUSHMORE is a pure expression of our relationship with our
customers and a shared passion for riding motorcycles," said Mark-Hans
Richer, Harley-Davidson Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer.
"It's resulted in some outstanding innovations, but from day one we've
been focused on taking the total rider and passenger experience to the next
level. We get there together, we come together - to quote the Beatles - through
a process that uses not just formal feedback, but the kind of input we get
from listening to customers out on the road, in the real world, and then blends
that with our engineering and styling expertise. For years at Harley-Davidson
we've been saying that we ride with you. Project RUSHMORE elevates that devotion
to a higher level."

Respect the heritage, but move it forward. That was the mission of the Project
RUSHMORE team tasked with restyling the 2014 Harley-Davidson Touring and Trike
models. Form and function progressed together as stylists working alongside
engineers devised new shapes that are crisp and modern, aerodynamic, lighter
in weight, and pleasing to touch. The styling team influenced every aspect
of the new motorcycles, from the contours of the iconic Batwing fairing to
the tactile feel of new hand control switches, and bring complete continuity
to the design aesthetic. The motorcycles are undoubtedly new, yet undeniably
Harley-Davison.

"When we got this assignment, we knew that we were messing with the
Holy Grail of motorcycles," said Brian Nelson, lead stylist on Project
Rushmore. "We don't do trend bikes, or fashion-statement motorcycles.
We try to make something that will last forever. But we also have an obligation
to move the brand forward, to make it look and function better. Project RUSHMORE
was a tremendous opportunity to enhance many facets of these Harley-Davidson
models."

2014 Harley-Davidson FLHX Street Glide Total Motorcycle Features and Benefits

Project RUSHMORE - Engine

As every rider knows, the engine is at the heart of the experience of riding
a motorcycle. The amount of torque and horsepower it delivers over the RPM
range is in direct proportion to the feeling it gives you when you roll on
the throttle. We know what riders want from a motorcycle engine because weve
been building them for 110 years. Project RUSHMORE gave us the opportunity
to dial it in just right. We conducted thousands of road tests with real riders
giving us feedback to build the next iteration of the legendary Harley-Davidson®
engine. The consensus was: We want more. More low-end torque, more passing
power, more perfection in the tone of the exhaust note, more of the feeling
we ride a motorcycle for. So we built the engines that deliver it. Were
proud to unveil the next level of Harley-Davidson® V-Twin engine. And
prove once and for all, the customer is always right.

Pure Harley-Davidson® Styling

Feast your eyes on the Twin Cam 103 engine and there's no mistaking
its roots. This is authentic Harley-Davidson style through and through with
an attention to detail you won't find from any other motorcycle company. Black
powder-coated heads and cylinders are highlighted by machined cooling fin
tips and chrome rocker covers. It's a jewel machined out of metal. Pure. Dripping
with power. From the classic edge of the cooling fins to the clean lines of
cases and coversthe Twin Cam 103 engine makes an ironclad statement
about holding on to what's right and staying true to what satisfies.

Six-Speed Cruise Drive® Transmission

You want a ride that rumblesnot begs for mercywhen you lean on
it a little. The Six-Speed Cruise Drive® transmission provides smooth,
quiet shifting and reduces engine speed on the highway, so you get a better
match between engine turnover and road speed. And the Isolated Drive System
makes acceleration flow in a smooth, steady stream from your wrist right down
to the pavement. It's a rare ride when a bike responds like this, and a low
growl goes a long way when you're opening up the road ahead.

High Output Twin Cam 103 Engine

Asking riders if theyd like more passing power is like asking them
Would you like more beer in the pitcher when they have reached
their final destination at the end of a long, dusty ride. Everybody wants
it, and the new High Output Twin Cam 103 engine is 103 cubic inches
of Harley-Davidson V-Twin you can rely on to deliver it. Theres a new
airbox for increased intake airflow and a new cam that optimizes phase and
duration. The result: better low end torque and faster 60 to 80 mph 5th gear
roll-on to get you around that 18-wheeler. In the tradition of the Flathead,
Knucklehead, Panhead, Shovelhead, Evolution® Twin Cam 88® and Twin
Cam 96® engines that came before it, the new High Output Twin Cam 103
engine is raising the bar for the feeling an engine delivers to the rider.
Theres a reason were called the Harley-Davidson Motor Company.
Once you send some fuel this one, youll have do doubt what it is.

Twin Cam 103 Engine Innovation

The knowledge of what makes an engine truly move a rider runs deep at The
Motor Company, and it was put to good use when we created the Twin Cam 103
engine. We painstakingly perfected every cubic inch, pushing design and technology
forwardall without compromising one bit of Harley-Davidson's unique
styling. Evolved, yet carrying on the legacy of the Flathead, Knucklehead,
Panhead, Shovelhead, Evolution®, Twin Cam 88® and Twin Cam 96
engines that came before. The performance and durability are a direct result
of the untold miles logged on the V-Twin since 1909, and the proud heritage
that comes from a century's worth of commitment to life on two wheels.

Twin Cam 103 Engine Heritage

The knowledge of what makes an engine truly move a rider runs deep at The
Motor Company, and it was put to good use when we created the Twin Cam 103
engine. We painstakingly perfected every cubic inch, pushing design and technology
forwardall without compromising one bit of Harley-Davidson's unique
styling. Evolved, yet carrying on the legacy of the Flathead, Knucklehead,
Panhead, Shovelhead, Evolution®, Twin Cam 88® and Twin Cam 96
engines that came before. The performance and durability are a direct result
of the untold miles logged on the V-Twin since 1909, and the proud heritage
that comes from a century's worth of commitment to life on two wheels.

Project RUSHMORE - Infotainment

More sound. Purer sound. Big, full color touch screens. Switches that are
located where you intuitively want them to be and can reach without removing
your hands from the grips. Voice activation for your phone. Or as more than
one rider asked: Why cant the infotainment system on my motorcycle
blow away the ones the car companies put in their cars? We couldnt
agree more. Check out the new infotainment system Project RUSHMORE brought
to the sport of motorcycling. You wont believe your eyes. Or ears.

Boom! Box 4.3 Radio

Lets start with the big news: 25% more volume for your tunes. The new
Boom! Box 4.3 Radio puts out 25 watts per channel at 1% distortion and
features a factory-tuned, optimized equalizer that pumps out more power and
can be played louder will maintaining the clarity of your sound. And the new
speed tuning system delivers than just volume changes at different speeds.
It changes the level of bass and treble to dial-in the best sound, whether
youre running at stately pace down the strip or going hell for leather
down an open stretch of road. And all the functions of the radio including
station presets, can be operated via your hand controls. How do you like the
sound of a Harley® motorcycle now?

The 4.3-inch full color screen sitting in the middle of that inner fairing
is mighty easy on the eyes. Modern graphics, colors you can dial in, and auto
and manual dim. Its like the display you get in a high-end automobile,
without the windows, doors and ceilings.

Ready For Your Upgrades

The new Boom! Box 4.3 was built with your personal touches in mind.
For example let's say you want to up grade to our bigger 6.5-inch speakers.
We designed the fairing to easily accept the bigger speakers. So you can get
even bigger sound with out it becoming a big project to get them on your bike.

Jukebox with USB Port for I-pod/Phone

The Jukebox opens with one touch of a button and includes a USB connection
which accepts your iPhone, iTouch, non-iPod imitators, an SD card and other
USB compatible devices. Pop it open, plug in and your device becomes a part
of your motorcycle. Ready to be operated by voice command or hand controls.

500% Larger Buttons for Easier Operation

You wear gloves when you ride so these buttons are designed to be operated
with gloves on. Theyre fully 5 times larger than before. Even the little
improvements were done in a big way.

Project RUSHMORE - Confidence

Here are some of the innovations The Rider Project led to: the new Reflex®
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Linked Brakes, new dual halogen and LED
headlamps and fog lamps, brighter Tour Pak® lighting, brighter turn signals,
brighter brake lights, and a new steering head with stiffer front forks. Locked-up
tires are now history even when theres wet pavement. Weve made
it feel even better to lean your way through a turn. Now you can see better.
And weve made you more conspicuous to the cage-driving public. Because
one thing we all agree on is this: Bikes that work better make riders who
ride better. Take a ride. See how good you can be.

Reflex® Linked Brakes with Anti-lock Braking System

No doubt about it, there are times riding when you need to haul things down
in a hurry. And you dont get to pick those times. Or decide whether
or not they occur when youre on a flat, smooth, dry, perfect new stretch
of pavement. Thats why our touring models feature the new Reflex®
anti-lock braking system (ABS) with dynamically, electronically linked brakes.
ABS turns a locked up front wheel or a rear wheel skid into a relic from ridings
history. And the front and rear brakes are electronically linked to provide
exactly the right amount of brake to each tire no matter what the road condition
is. No matter how good you are, this will make you a better rider.

Brembo® Brakes

Confidence. Control. High-performance dual disc Brembo® brakes offer
consistent stopping power at all speeds. The 4-piston front and rear caliper
with dual front rotor brake system is state of the art and top of the line.
It's just another way The Motor Company puts a high level of detail into their
bikes to give you peace of mind throughout your journey.

Dunlop® Multi-Tread Tires

The 180mm back tire is engineered to do more than fill out the rear fender
and put a bigger patch of rubber on the road. Dunlop® Multi-Tread
technology uses harder compounds at the center and softer on the sides for
a tire that still knows how to knuckle-down on corners. Perfect for making
this bike agile on every curvy stretch of road. And the way it feels going
through an abrupt off-camber turn will put a grin on your face that'll last
to the next state line.

H-D® Smart Security System (Optional)

The factory installed next-generation security system features a hands-free
fob that automatically arms and disarms the vehicle electronic security functions
as you approach and walk away from the bike. Stick the fob on your ignition
key ring and let it do all the work. It's this attention to details and security
that make Harley-Davidson® motorcycles unique.

Air-Adjustable Suspension

With air-adjustable suspension that comes standard, you can dial in your
ride to accommodate heavier or lighter payloads, battle unexpected road conditions
or simply set it to how you like to roll. The lighter the load, the softer
you can go by decreasing the air pressure a bit, or increase the air pressure
for a more firm ride. A convenient air valve is located between the saddlebag
and rear fender for quick adjusting. It's all about rider and passenger comfort
and setting your bike to fit your tastethe easy way.

Dual Halogen Headlight and Fog Lamps

When the sun goes low, the amount of road you have your eyes trained on stays
high. Boasting a higher quality of light than previous models courtesy of
a darkness-defying 986 lumens, the new dual halogen headlamp ensures youll
have no trouble seeing everything out there that needs to be seen.

New Ergonomically Designed Hand Controls

Its hard to enjoy the ride or keep your eyes focused on whats
coming down the road when youre fussing and bothering with the switches
on your handlebar. So weve worked over the hand controls on our new
touring bikes with as much passion as weve worked over our new engine.
We made the shape more ergonomic and located and angled them to fall right
under your thumbs. Weve added left-hand cruise for easy activation,
new toggle switches to control infotainment functions, an easily locatable
trip trigger switch to control and scan through functional readouts. And weve
improved the feel to give you a confidence-inspiring click at every push of
a button. Even the dash panel switch gets better. And its all prewired
for parts and accessories, which even lets you customize with less fuss and
bother.

New Steering Head and Front Forks

Whether its a big sweeping curve or a set of tight turns, getting through
the corners just got better. We stiffened up the front end, increased the
fork diameter to 49mm and added new steel ball bearings, with lubricant contained
inside to keep contaminants out for durability. The responsiveness is dialed
in.

Project RUSHMORE - Styling

Project RUSHMORE is the journey we set out on to take our touring motorcycles
to places never imagined before  to turn all the possibilities for what
a motorcycle can be now into true Milwaukee steel. We did it our way, as weve
always done. As riders. Riding with other riders. Thousand of hours, countless
road tests, millions of miles. Looking for the technology and innovations
that truly make the ride better. We went over the bike fender tip to fender
tip. Making it work better. Making it look sleeker. Modern. Clean. Tight.
Let your eye take the journey over the machine. This is classic Harley-Davidson
style and an all-new look at the exact same time. At Harley-Davidson, form
has always followed function. And both have always reported to emotion. Now
were just doing it on a completely different level.

New Fairing, Saddlebag and Front Fender Styling

Lets start with this: When you see the iconic shape of a Harley-Davidson®
Street Glide® Batwing fairing coming at you down the road, it leaves no
question that youre looking a machine born in Milwaukee and built for
gigantic miles of road. But this is about moving forward. How do you maintain
that iconic shape, yet give it a sleeker, more progressive style? The answer
is right here. The new Batwing fairing gives you less head buffeting (see
comfort section for the full story on that) but also the look that instantly
announces Hey, this is a HARLEY-DAVIDSON® motorcycle. Of course,
we didnt stop at the fairing. The saddlebags got a sleeker new look
to match. And we worked over the front fender, too  with a clean new
look thats cut back to expose more of the wheel and tire. It all comes
together for a look thats totally new, yet instantly familiar. Welcome
to the next generation of Harley-Davidson touring motorcycles.

19-inch Enforcer Front Wheel and New Brake Rotor

Theres a new 19-inch Enforcer front wheel leading the way on the new
Street Glide® Special motorcycle and a 16-inch Enforcer to match in the
rear. The brake rotors have been re-designed to show off more of the premium
custom look of the wheels. If youre going to roll on two wheels, do
it with class.

Classic Fuel Tank

Part of the unmistakable style of the Harley-Davidson® Street Glide®
motorcycle is plenty of room for showing off your paint. This classically
styled, bold six-gallon fuel tank doesn't just give you a bigger canvas for
premium or custom paint; it holds six gallons of go so you can eat up a lot
more road between pit stops. We know fuel economy is importantbut so
is style. Sharp, eye-catching colors and precision-crafted Harley-Davidson®
tank medallions complete the unique look of this tough bagger.

New Inner Fairing Design

Put your eye to the inner fairing of the Street Glide® motorcycle and
youll see a whole new layout to greet the eye. Theres a bigger
display screen (see the whole story in the infotainment section). The gauges
have been given a new treatment, too. Youll notice a 10 percent larger
viewing area, wider, taller numbers sitting on top of that classic black background.
The information gets bigger and better too. Theres a gear indicator
for all six gears and the display area, which can now be operated by an extremely
convenient trigger switch, puts more information at your fingertips. The temperature
and fuel gauge are larger too. When youre on the road, one quick glance
tells you everything you need to know.

New Tank and Fender Badges

This isnt just a motorcycle. Its a work of art, born out of passion,
creativity and long days, late nights and refusing to be satisfied until every
detail was perfect. When we added the signature, we did it with metal. Nothing
else would be right on this masterpiece.

New Airbox with Tank Panel-matching Insert

Our design philosophy can be summed up pretty simply: form follows function,
but both report to emotion. This new airbox is a prime example of that. Function?
It lets the engine breathe better for more power, but its also designed
to provide better airflow around the rider. Form? The design of the insert
matches the tank panel. Emotion? Thats the part you feel when you look
at it sitting right at the center of your V-Twin engine.

Bullet Turn Signals

We went end to end and top to bottom to give the 2014 Harley-Davidson®
Touring line-up the clean, tight, sharp, iconic look and feel that is only
befitting of the next generation of our motorcycles. The finishing touch 
bullet turn signals. Sleek and modern, yet a timeless classic.

Project RUSHMORE - Comfort

We dialed in the comfort of our machines the hard way: over thousands of
miles in all kinds of riding conditions on every kind of street, road and
highway ever laid down in pavement. Experienced riders putting in long hours
in the saddle and giving us feedback on every aspect that contributes to comfort
on the road. Airflow, heat management, passenger space, back rests, seat textures,
leg room and hand controls all went under the hard microscope of the road
and got tested and re-tested by real riders and worked and re-worked by us
until we were satisfied we had built the most comfortable machines on the
road. We all want to go farther, and when you're more comfortable in the saddle,
you can.

Full-Length Footboards & Toe/Heel Gear Shifts

Your boots were made for ridingany way you see fit. Our full-length
footboards boast a time-tested, tried-and-true design and rubber isolation
for a comfortable ride, while the height-adjustable passenger boards add another
level of customizable comfort for your riding partner. And for shifting gears,
you can use either the traditional toe-shift or the even easier, more convenient
heel-shift. It might take a few rides, but once you've gotten used to the
smooth shifting rhythm, you'll never give it up.

Two-Up Seating

Modern styling and comfort that doesn't sacrifice an ounce of nostalgic style:
This ultimate Touring saddle features a sculpted seat with a deeper contoured
bucket and narrower neck, to relieve pressure on your thighs, while providing
more back support and comfort for a wide variety of rider sizes. And the lower
seat height26.1 inches to be exactputs your feet closer to the
road to enhance your confidence. Additionally, the leather trim and premium
stitching accentuate the advanced ergonomics while giving the seat that sharp
detail you only find on a Harley-Davidson® motorcycle. It's science in
service of comfort, and your way to beat fatigue over the long haul.

Wide Set Handlebar

Classic style and maximum comfort. That's the perfect balance of the wide
set handlebars that come standard on the Street Glide® model. They're
designed to keep you comfortably propped in a commanding position while making
sure your neck muscles stay calm and relaxed mile after mile, state after
state. Durable stainless steel insures the structural rigidity you expect
from a Harley-Davidson® motorcycle with the deep, lustrous finish you
desire.

Standard Cruise Control

Installing cruise control is standard operating procedure on the new touring
models because riding long stretches of unbroken highway is standard operating
procedure among touring riders. Electronic throttle control means no cable
cluttering up your handlebar. And the switches are placed where you can easily
dial in your speed with your left thumb, give the wrist a break, and keep
hauling on down the road.

New Fairing Design Reduces Head Buffeting

This is what the science of cheating the wind involves at Harley-Davidson
now: Fluid mechanics, algorithms, high-speed super computers and thousands
upon thousands of wind-tunnel tests with riders in the saddle telling us how
it feels. And thats before we take it out on the road for thousands
of miles of real world wind gusts and every form of rain a cloud can spit
out. The result: a brand new take on the classic Batwing fairing that delivers
smoother air flow and reduced head buffeting. Most of it thanks to the pressure-equalizing
duct on the front. It opens and closes with one touch of a button. The feeling
of being in the wind just got even better.

Wide Set Handlebar

Classic style and maximum comfort. That's the perfect balance of the wide
set handlebars that come standard on the Street Glide® model. They're
designed to keep you comfortably propped in a commanding position while making
sure your neck muscles stay calm and relaxed mile after mile, state after
state. Durable stainless steel insures the structural rigidity you expect
from a Harley-Davidson® motorcycle with the deep, lustrous finish you
desire.

Project RUSHMORE - Convenience

If you want the ride to be truly epic, you have to sweat bullets to make
the little things work exactly right. This is what Project RUSHMORE was all
about. Now you have saddlebags that can be easily opened with one hand. Compartments
that open with one touch. And weve increased the storage space on these
new machines without ruining the sleek, road-eating look of the bike. It all
adds up to hundreds of little moments where things just click conveniently
into place. Because there can be no imperfections in the quest for the perfect
ride.

High Output Accessory Connector

Touring means maximum comfort in all conditions and the capacity to add whatever
enhances and personalizes your ride. The high output charging system provides
an electrical capacity robust enough for your add-ons: heated vests, heated
seats, heated handgrips, lights to showcase the engine, you name it. So if
you're hell-bent on two-wheeling it, we make sure you've got the juice to
do it your way.

One Touch Design Philosophy

Heres the rule we laid down for every compartment cover and saddlebag
lid on our touring line: if it doesnt open with the single touch of
a button or one hand, while wearing gloves, it doesnt go on the motorcycle.
Because in all our conversations with all the riders we talked to while we
were rebuilding these motorcycles from the ground up, we didnt encounter
a single individual who wanted to have to put something on the ground before
he could store it in a saddlebag.

New Saddlebag Design

Dont let the sleek new look of these saddlebags deceive you. The look
is tight on the outside, but things just got a little roomier on the inside.
You want stuffability and these deliver bigger than ever. The hinges are simple
and clean and the lids open with one touch of one hand. The lock is tight
and integrated into the latch where you can put the key in without the danger
of scratching your premium paint. Welcome to the next level of the bagger.

No question a battery charging harness is a must have on a motorcycle. Now
its standard. So you dont have to waste even the ten minutes it
takes to install one on some sunny Saturday when you could be riding.

Gauges - New gauges: 10% larger speedometer and tachometer with 68% wider
numbers; 28% larger fuel and volt gauges with 30% wider numbers; display features
odometer, trip A, trip B, range to empty, and gear indicator; and larger telltale
indicators New ergonomic hand controls with intuitive design and improved
tactile feel. Includes new trigger switch (odometer, trip A, trip B, and range
to empty); info button for ambient termperature and oil pressure (information
is displayed in the radio screen); new hazard warning switch and two new Joysticks
that control all audio functions Electronic cruise control with set, resume,
accelerate and decelerate

PRICING 6

Vivid Black - $20,399

Color Option - $20,909

Two-Tone Option - N/A

Custom Color Option - $21,454

Hard Candy Color Option - N/A

Security Option - $395

Wheel Option - N/A

ABS Option - $795

Cruise Control Option - STD

Freight - $435

Security Package (Security and ABS) - STD

1Recommended 91 octane or higher fuel (R+M)/2.

2Values shown are nominal. Performance may vary by country and region.

3Standard and optional fuel systems may vary by country.

4See motorcycle owners manual for complete details.

5Estimated from fuel economy tests on a sample motorcycle from the corresponding
family conducted by Harley-Davidson under ideal laboratory conditions. Not
all motorcycle models undergo fuel economy testing. Fuel economy and mileage
may vary among motorcycle models within a family. Your mileage may vary depending
on your personal riding habits, weather conditions, trip length, vehicle condition
and vehicle configuration and other conditions. Break-in mileage may vary.

6Prices listed are the Manufacturers Suggested Retail Prices. Options
such as color are available at additional cost. Prices exclude dealer setup,
taxes, title and licensing and are subject to change. Dealer prices may vary.

7Measurement reflects 180 lb. (81.7 kg) operator weight.

8North America security system includes immobilizer; outside North America
the security system includes immobilizer and siren.